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Did Texas Republicans’ Restive Runoffs Imperil Their November Ballot?

In almost all cases, the most problematic, extremist, unqualified, and Trumpian candidate won the day.

Texas Observer

Bo French defeats Railroad Commissioner Jim Wright in GOP primary runoff

Gov. Greg Abbott, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick and House Speaker Dustin Burrows all supported French’s opponent.

The Texas Tribune

Vikki Goodwin defeats Houston union leader in lieutenant governor Democratic runoff

The Austin lawmaker now faces an uphill battle against Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick, the state’s second-highest executive, in November.

The Texas Tribune

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Tom Sell, Jon Bonck win open GOP primary runoffs for solidly red congressional seats

With their Republican nominations in hand, the two are favored to win their GOP-leaning seats in November to replace outgoing Reps. Jodey Arrington and Wesley Hunt.

The Texas Tribune

Texas’ raucous primary runoffs end today. Here’s what to watch.

John Cornyn is trying to fend off Ken Paxton. Both parties are picking attorney general nominees. And an oil and gas regulatory race has become uncharacteristically costly.

The Texas Tribune

Texas Pushes “Operation Double Nickel” to Freeze School Taxes at Age 55, Saving Homeowners $900-$1,000

Property taxes have become one of the biggest financial pressures facing Texas homeowners, especially those approaching retirement age. In response, Texas leaders are now backing...

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Chip Roy gets $2.75 million infusion from GOP megadonor Alex Fairly in attorney general runoff

Roy is the only candidate who’s “able and prepared to do the job,” Fairly said. Roy’s opponent, Mayes Middleton, has been criticized for his lack of legal experience.

The Texas Tribune

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Bo French’s Blood-and-Oil Bid for Railroad Commissioner

The former Tarrant County GOP chair's statewide campaign displaces blame for the fossil fuel industry’s ravages onto the far right’s favored scapegoats.

Texas Observer

Seesaw rulings on Texas’ smokeable hemp ban is bad for business, retailers say

Some smoke shops say the flurry of court actions since March 31 has already forced them to scale back hours, cut staff and prepare to shut down.

The Texas Tribune

Texas Republicans have a data center problem

Data center construction is unpopular among locals, and a majority of the facilities are being proposed in red, rural counties. That puts Texas Republicans in a tough spot, as the White House has encouraged states to let the centers flourish.

The Texas Tribune

Texas lawmakers repeatedly failed to pass flood protections. Some could have saved lives.

Dozens of bills were rejected over nearly 60 years, ProPublica and The Texas Tribune found. Some measures would have prohibited youth camps and new construction in high-risk flood areas.

The Texas Tribune

Texas lifts safety rule enacted after deadly flood, clearing the way for some summer camps to reopen

Nineteen camps had sued over a regulation that required fiber optic connectivity. An agreement with the state allows sites to operate with other broadband internet service.

The Texas Tribune

Dan Patrick picks sides in Texas attorney general, Railroad Commission GOP runoffs

The lieutenant governor endorsed state Sen. Mayes Middleton over U.S. Rep. Chip Roy for the Republican attorney general nod. And he backed Railroad Commissioner Jim Wright over challenger Bo French.

The Texas Tribune

Dan Patrick eyes closing “gambling loophole” for prediction markets. The feds stand in Texas’ way.

A Trump administration agency has sued other states that sought to regulate Kalshi, Polymarket and other prediction operations under their gambling laws.

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Poor preparation doomed Camp Mystic victims, investigator tells Texas lawmakers in harrowing account

The summer camp hadn’t prepared counselors and staff with adequate emergency training, an evacuation plan or flood preparedness supplies, the investigator concluded.

The Texas Tribune

Texas lieutenant governor Democratic runoff: Who is running and what to know

The lieutenant governor’s office is one of the most powerful in Texas government, and the 2026 race features a Democratic runoff between Vikki Goodwin and Marcos Velez.

The Texas Tribune

Dan Patrick says Republicans will “have a tough time” holding Texas House majority in November

The lieutenant governor’s remarks are the latest sign that Republicans are worried about the fall midterms. The GOP has controlled the state House since 2003 and currently has an 88-62 advantage.

The Texas Tribune

Amid license review, Camp Mystic being investigated by Texas Rangers and state health officials

Camp Mystic filed to renew its license in March. Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick has repeatedly urged state officials to reject the application.

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The Independent UK

Texas officials investigating hundreds of complaints against Camp Mystic amid license renewal bid

Texas health regulators have told Camp Mystic’s owners they are investigating hundreds of complaints following last year’s deadly floods that killed 27 girls

Sports Illustrated

Michigan State’s Tom Izzo Reveals State of College Athletics Nearly Pushed Him to Take NBA Coaching Job

Izzo revealed that he was heavily pursued for the head coaching opening with the Phoenix Suns.

The Texas Tribune

Texas will launch its own clinical trials into ibogaine psychedelic after failing to find a drug company to help

The state’s effort will get a boost from the federal government thanks to a new executive order from President Donald Trump.

International Business Times UK

Paula White Removed Trump Commission Member for Calling Israel's Actions in Gaza Genocide, Then Urged Tithes

Paula White-Cain's fundraising controversies include her viral tithe video and alleged viewpoint discrimination on the Religious Liberty Commission, along with transparency issues in her Israel-linked projects.

The Texas Tribune

Dan Patrick adds data centers, prediction markets and THC to Senate priorities

Patrick’s Friday release of priorities calls on lawmakers to study the emerging issues ahead of the 2027 legislative session.

The Texas Tribune

Speaker Dustin Burrows lists data centers, property taxes and annexing slice of New Mexico among 2027 priorities

The Republican speaker’s interim charges also covered water resources, foreign threats and government accountability.

International Business Times UK

US Beauty Queen Slams Trump After 20 Years of Support, Says 'I Don't Recognise Him Anymore'

Carrie Prejean, ex-Miss California, slams Trump in open letter after her removal from the Religious Liberty Commission, accusing him of betraying his movement.

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